The Invisible Epidemic: Teenagers and AIDS.

Humm, Andy; Kunreuther, Frances

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Publication Date: 1991

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The Invisible Epidemic: Teenagers and AIDS.

Humm, Andy; Kunreuther, Frances

Social Policy, v21 n4 p40-46 Spr 1991

Discusses the alarming spread of AIDS among teenagers, virtually ignored until recently. Discusses reasons why adolescents are at high risk, including misinformation and denial about who can contract the AIDS virus. Addresses the recent controversy over AIDS education and condom distribution in the public schools and suggests ways to better reach teenagers. (CJS)

Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Adolescents, At Risk Persons, Condoms, Disease Control, Drug Abuse, Health Education, Health Promotion, High School Students, High Schools, Homosexuality, Outreach Programs, Peer Counseling, Prevention, Sexuality, Social Discrimination

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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